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Thrushton National Park, Qld
We absolutely loved our few days of remote outback camping here – all that red dirt is so good for the soul! Thrushton National Park is about 102km north-west of St George and 40km north-east of Bollon and has been a gazetted Queensland National Park since 1990. Spring wildflowers and golden wattle are abundant here amongst the spinifex and mulga scrub. Located within Thrushton National Park are the remains of the old homestead, including the…
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The Cunnamulla Fella Statue, Qld
This statue in the heart of the small country town of Cunnamulla in south-western Queensland was unveiled in 2005. The imposing double life size bronze statue pays tribute to the ‘ringers’ of the bush. In the 1950s and 60s when Australia was riding on the sheeps’ back there were endless work opportunities for young lads on both sheep and cattle stations. At this time, Cunnamulla was booming as the large properties in the area employed…
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The Dig Tree Reserve, Qld
The 14 kilometres from the turn off on the Adventure Way were tough going, but once we arrived at the iconic Dig Tree site we agreed it was well worth it. We spent two nights camped right beside Cooper Creek and it was stunning! The Dig Tree Reserve site is located in remote south-western Queensland in the heart of Channel Country. There was lots of water and plenty of birdlife making the most of this…
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Scenic Bulloo River Walk in Outback Queensland
Join us as we stroll along the Bulloo River in Thargomindah, Queensland, Australia. The Bulloo River Walk starts at the Explorers Caravan Park and heads toward Pelican Point before winding further along the Bulloo River on the edge of town. If you are travelling through Thargomindah, check it out. Other walks in town are the Heritage Walk and Hydro Walk – we didn’t do these walks as our little old dog Buddy had done enough…
